Bar Cham

Bar Cham totally deserves its spot on The World’s 50 Best Bars list — honestly, it should be in the top 10! The cocktails were creative and perfectly balanced, but what really stood out was the staff. Everyone was so kind, genuine, and full of positive energy. I’ve been to quite a few bars from the list, but I’ve never felt such warm hospitality before. Can’t recommend it enough! 🍸💫

I completely understand why Bar Cham is one of the top cocktail bars in Asia. I’ve been to many on the top 50 list, but none have made us feel more welcome, warm and super satisfied with delicious drinks made from the heart. I’m already planning my next trip to make my way down the list of awesome cocktails inspired by different regions in Korea. Thanks Bar Cham team!

This is on the Asia Best 50 bars list for a reason, absolutely perfect experience from start to finish. Came here twice on my trip, for many reasons. First was the team, warm, friendly, super knowledgeable and even more passionate about explaining the cocktails and making sure you had a good time. Secondly, obviously, the drinks. Celebrating Korean ingredients, flavors and the specific parts of the country they are from, every drink I tried was unique, delicious and a perfect match to how it was described. The tea and mushroom manhattan was by far the standout drink for me! The food was also very good-I had the pork and really enjoyed it as an accompaniment to my drinks. Can’t wait to be back in Seoul and return here!

We had such a great experience at Bar Cham. There was a bit of a wait, but it was so well managed that it didn’t feel inconvenient at all. The staff were incredibly attentive and helpful - they really took the time to understand our palate and preferences, and then recommended drinks that were spot-on and absolutely delicious. The atmosphere was relaxed, which made it the perfect place to just unwind and enjoy. Loved every bit of our time here. 🍸

This bar is highly overrated. It has a reputation of being very posh and making drinks inspired by different regions in korea but at the end of the day it was just a good drink but not mind blowing amazing as it is made out to be. It is also very hard to get a table there as you have to be on a waitlist and go early to make sure you get a spot before they close. I would say the overall experience leaves a lot to be desired

Wonderful cocktail bar. Yes yes, it’s on some top 50 list (which to be fair is how I found it). But come for the staff and the lovely drinks. Korean booze creating some amazing mixes. All the staff were very attentive. I would have stayed a lot longer but had to dump the kids in a cafe next door as no under ages allowed in, which is fair enough.

Atmosphere: 9/10 Tucked into Seoul’s Seochon neighborhood, Bar Cham blends Japanese woodwork minimalism with clever modern touches — infrastructure like fire alarms, cameras, and vents are invisibly tucked away. The backbar is clean and elegant, fully integrated into the warm-toned interior. Funky music plays at a mid-loud but manageable volume, keeping the energy up without killing conversation. Drinks: 6.5/10 Recommended drink: Jeju The menu is concept-driven and layered — every year, new themed cocktails are added, while bestsellers from previous menus are kept as legacy drinks. Each cocktail comes with a short backstory. Coasters are sharp, glassware is high-end (with some custom pieces), and the English intro is thoughtful and well-done. Garnishes and presentation vary — some drinks look plain, others show real flair. Flavor-wise, drinks are hit or miss. One Spring Day tasted overwhelmingly herbal, like Chinese medicine. In contrast, Jeju stood out with its bright mandarin balance and a presentation that actually felt inspired. Service: 9.5/10 Water, warm towels, and snacks were all provided. The team was attentive, welcoming, and highly professional. Prices are slightly above average but appropriate for the level of detail and service. This bar is ranked #20 on Asia’s 50 Best Bars 2024 and #71 on the World’s 50 Best Bars. The ranking feels a little too high in my opinion.l, for the quality and balance of drinks.

Such a fun experience!! All of the bartenders are so sweet and the drinks were delicious. Had the Wonju (a corn flavored dessert) and the Gunsan (korean interpretation of a g&t) and the Gunsan was hand's down my favorite. They also usually give you an extra shot of korean traditional liquor at the end of the night, I had a low abv fermented honey wine that was absolutely perfect 💕 also the music playlist was great tip: if you're unable to get a reservation, get there right at 6 when they open, put your name on the waiting list, get dinner somewhere nearby and/or go to bar pomme right around the corner while you wait as it's owned by the same people! Be prepared to wait 1-2 hours